NBCUniversal has announced that the new brand identity for SYFY, its channel brand dedicated to all things science fiction, will roll out around the world from August 29th, after a successful US relaunch in June. The reboot includes an all-new look and feel across all linear, digital and social platforms including a new logo. Beginning […]
SES says it is to change launch vehicles and launch slots for its SES-12 and SES-14 satellites. Under the new agreements, SES-12 will be launched on a Falcon 9 vehicle from SpaceX in Q1 2018 while SES-14 will be launched on an Ariane 5 rocket, also in Q1 2018. SES says the swap of launches […]
Saudi Arabia-based Taqnia Space has secured further finance through a long-term agreement with Bank Albilad. Taqnia Space says it aims to transfer and market satellite technology, support the sustainable development of GDP, diversify the economy, create high-quality jobs, and attract outstanding talent in related fields. Taqnia, which is backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, […]
Broadpeak, a provider of content delivery network (CDN) and video streaming technologies, has announced that Partner Communications, an Israeli communications operator, has launched a new TV service called Partner TV on 4K Android TV set-top boxes, smartphones, and tablet devices using Broadpeak solutions. Partner Communications is delivering a mix of live, VoD, catch-up, time-shift, and […]
Passengers at Dubai International (DXB) airport are now able to enjoy free movies and TV shows before their flights, thanks to a partnership between Dubai Airports and regional content provider Icflix. “Dubai Airports is on a mission to engage more directly with our customers, and transform the airport experience for millions of travellers each month. […]
Virgin Media has announced Good Behavior, as its latest TV exclusive. The TNT original series sees award-winning actress Michelle Dockery (Downton Abbey) in the lead role. The new series consists of 10 one-hour long episodes, with the first six episodes launching on Virgin TV on demand from September 11th, and a new episode released every […]
As part of IBC’s 50th anniversary celebrations, the organisation will host a charity football match on Saturday 16 September 2017 in aid of the Friendship Sports Centre and the Edwin van der Sar Foundation, two Amsterdam-based charities that provide support and rehabilitation through sporting activities for disadvantaged and disabled children and adults. IBC attendees are invited to donate to […]
Peter Stier has been appointed Vice President of Sales for International Launch Services (ILS), leading the global sales activities for the company with overall responsibility for customer interaction and satisfaction. ILS, a leader in launch services for over 22 years, markets Proton Breeze M, Proton Medium, and Angara 1.2 launch services to satellite operators worldwide. […]
A senior adviser to the Group and Board of MP & Silva since 2015, Chris Lencheski has been appointed to lead the global sponsorship division of MP & Silva, a full service global sports marketing agency. MP & Silva’s current sponsorship portfolio is heavily anchored in premium US properties, including the representation of Monumental Sports […]
Wild Crypto (SYMBOL: WILD), developers of a revolutionary international lottery and eGaming platform built upon blockchain technology, is to launch an initial coin offering (ICO) with the aim of raising 15,000 Ether Tokens – worth around $5 million – to take its disruptive product to market. The ICO begins at 08:00 GMT on Tuesday, 5th […]